Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky - MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, & Judo

Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky - MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, & Judo

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About Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky - MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, & Judo

At Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky - MMA; Jiu-Jitsu; & Judo, we are dedicated to the art and sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Kentucky, Kentucky. Our academy welcomes practitioners of all experience levels — from complete beginners stepping onto the mat for the first time, to seasoned competitors looking to sharpen their game.

A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Muay Thai, and MMA gym in Northern Kentucky, just a few minutes from downtown Cincinnati. We focus on fundamentals, discipline, and camaraderie.

We offer classes for Adult, Child, One on One, ensuring that everyone in the family can benefit from the transformative power of jiu-jitsu. Our facility in Kentucky provides a clean, safe, and welcoming space where students can train consistently and progress at their own pace.

Come experience what makes Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky - MMA; Jiu-Jitsu; & Judo a cornerstone of the BJJ community in Kentucky. We invite you to visit us, try a free introductory class, and discover why so many students have chosen our academy as their martial arts home.

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120 reviews
Amanda Robinson
2026-01-25

I enrolled my five-year-old daughter in the Little Bulldogs program a few months ago with no prior training experience, and the progress she’s made has been incredible. She’s grown to love training so much that it’s the first thing she asks about after school. Matt, Andy, Tommy, and Julia have been phenomenal with the kids and truly invested in their growth. Knowing this is a skill she can carry with her for life makes the experience even more meaningful. Her love for the sport has sparked my own interest, and I’ve since joined the adult classes myself. The class schedule is perfect for parents who want to train alongside their children, with back-to-back sessions that make it easy to transition from one class to the next. If you’re looking for experienced instructors, a supportive community, and a place where you can watch your child learn, grow, and gain lifelong skills, this is it!

Carrie Falta
2025-10-18

My daughter (10 years old) has been training here for a little over 7 months in the Little Bulldogs class for BJJ and recently added the striking class. Andy and Matt are fantastic instructors - clear and patient but with high expectations. She’s learned so much in the time she’s been training and her confidence has grown. The community here is wonderful. Highly recommend.

David Valero
2026-01-30

Carlson Gracie NKY its an amazing place to train and learn new grappling/striking skills. Coach Matt has been an amazing teacher and the gym always has friendly people to train with. The location of the gym is perfect with plenty of parking out front. If you ever want to get into BJJ, this is the place for it!

Raul Raul
2025-11-12

I’ve been training judo here for two years, and it’s been an amazing experience. Andy is an incredible instructor — very friendly, patient, and great at explaining everything in a clear and easy-to-understand way. The atmosphere at the gym is fantastic: everyone is welcoming, supportive, and always willing to help each other out. It’s the perfect place whether you’re just starting or looking to improve. Highly recommended!

Luke Wise
2025-10-03

Didn’t know anything about Jiu Jitsu about 8 weeks ago. Now I have a good idea and fundamental understanding of the sport and what I need to work on next. Classes are tough but rewarding. All instructors are professional and extremely knowledgeable. Other gym members are friendly and easy to work with. Great culture. Thank you!

Frequently Asked Questions

IS CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO GOOD FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS?

ABSOLUTELY. CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO WELCOMES STUDENTS AT EVERY LEVEL, INCLUDING THOSE WHO HAVE NEVER TRAINED BEFORE. OUR INSTRUCTORS START WITH FUNDAMENTALS — POSITIONS, ESCAPES, AND SUBMISSIONS — AND PROGRESS GRADUALLY SO YOU BUILD CONFIDENCE ON THE MAT.

WHAT PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED AT CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO IN KENTUCKY, KENTUCKY?

WE OFFER ADULT, CHILD, ONE ON ONE. WE ARE AN INDEPENDENT ACADEMY WITH A STRONG LINEAGE IN BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU. EACH PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP TECHNIQUE, PHYSICAL FITNESS, AND MENTAL TOUGHNESS IN A STRUCTURED AND SUPPORTIVE SETTING.

HOW MUCH DO CLASSES COST AT CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO?

MEMBERSHIP RATES AT CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO VARY BASED ON THE PROGRAM AND FREQUENCY OF TRAINING. WE OFFER FLEXIBLE MONTHLY MEMBERSHIPS AND OFTEN HAVE INTRODUCTORY OFFERS FOR NEW STUDENTS. CONTACT US DIRECTLY FOR CURRENT PRICING AND TO SCHEDULE A FREE TRIAL CLASS.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS AT CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO?

FOR YOUR FIRST VISIT TO CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO, WEAR COMFORTABLE ATHLETIC CLOTHING SUCH AS SHORTS AND A T-SHIRT. AS YOU PROGRESS, YOU WILL NEED A GI (UNIFORM). BRING WATER, FLIP-FLOPS FOR THE MAT AREA, AND A WILLINGNESS TO LEARN.

DOES CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS AND TEENS?

YES. CARLSON GRACIE NORTHERN KENTUCKY - MMA; JIU-JITSU; & JUDO IS PROUD TO OFFER YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS IN KENTUCKY, KENTUCKY. THESE CLASSES TEACH SELF-DEFENSE, BUILD DISCIPLINE, AND IMPROVE FOCUS — SKILLS THAT BENEFIT YOUNG PEOPLE BOTH ON AND OFF THE MAT.